Elizabeth Andarge
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A local organization is helping residents take an important step toward a life-changing goal.
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Holocaust Remembrance Day, or Yom HaShoah, is a day to remember the 6 million Jews who were killed during the Holocaust. It commemorates the anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and is observed on the 27th day of the Hebrew month of Nisan. Synagogue services, public vigils, and memorial ceremonies are all part of the commemorations.
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18-year-old Evan Woods is searching for answers to one of life’s biggest questions: what does it mean to live fully? As part of his ethics class, he visits a Naples senior living community, where a conversation with one of the residents offers more than one could expect.
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After the Trump administration announced plans to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans, many families were thrown into limbo — including that of one Florida Gulf Coast University student.
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Kids Tag Art program celebrates fifth grade students for 'outstanding' artwork.
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A Hachnasat Sefer Torah is a traditional Jewish celebration that marks the welcoming of a new Torah scroll into a synagogue or community. This event typically involves a procession, prayers, music, and joy as the scroll is brought to its new home.
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Aymen Youssef reflects on Ramadan's impact, the power of generosity, and the growth of the Bonita Springs Islamic Center, as they prepare for the festive Eid al-Fitr.
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Over a dozen people stood at one of Naples' busiest intersections on March 20, waving Israeli and American flags as passing cars honked in support. The rally, organized by the "Solidarity with Israel Coalition," drew community members from all over.
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A unanimous reversal vote Friday by the Fort Myers City Council on the city police department's participation in the ICE 287(g) program raises questions about the impact of public testimony and leaves many wondering what comes next for the City of Fort Myers?Despite overwhelming opposition expressed during public comment preceding the vote, the council agreed to approve Fort Myers Police Department participation. As the meeting opened, a line of residents and other interested parties waited in anticipation to enter council chambers Friday afternoon for the special meeting concerning proposal 287 (g).
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For over 30 years, they've been defying gravity and pushing the boundaries of human physical ability. The Peking Acrobats are coming to Sanibel this week, bringing their display of contortion, gymnastics, and balance that has captivated audiences worldwide.